Kitchen Exhaust Technician Night Shift PT

Kitchen Guard; Englewood, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

Kitchen Guard is hiring for a night-shift role to deep-clean commercial kitchen exhaust systems. You’ll set up pressure washers, clean hoods and rooftop fans, and photograph work to verify quality. The position is hands-on, independent, with a small team and consistent hours.

You can start at $20/hr with paid training, overtime, and opportunities for advancement toward Lead Tech/Foreman. NFPA 96 certification is provided by the company.

Qualifications

• No prior hood cleaning experience required; training provided.
• Paid training and NFPA 96 Fire Safety certification on our dime.
• Solid pay with overtime and performance bonuses.

Responsibilities

• Set up pressure washers, hoses, and protective gear in restaurant kitchens.
• Power wash hoods, ductwork, and rooftop exhaust fans down to bare metal.
• Take quality before-and-after photos to verify work compliance.
• Clean up the kitchen so it’s spotless before opening.

Skills

Dependable & On-Time

Hard Working & Responsible

Detail-Oriented & Efficient

Quick Learner with Initiative

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

The Job in Short:

We deep-clean commercial kitchen exhaust hoods and roofs using hot-water pressure washers. It’s dirty, hands-on work, but the pay is solid, hours are consistent, and you work independently with a small team.

Who We’re Looking For (Traits Over Experience):

We can train the trade, but we can't train work ethic. You don't need prior hood cleaning experience if you bring these key traits to the team:

• Dependable & On-Time: You show up for every scheduled shift, ready to work.
• Hard Working & Responsible: You take pride in doing things right without a boss hovering over you.
• Detail-Oriented & Efficient: You notice the small stuff, work fast, and leave kitchens spotless.
• Quick Learner with Initiative: You pick up tools quickly and see what needs to be done next without waiting to be told.

What You Get:

• Solid Pay + Overtime + Bonuses: Start at $20/hr with extra performance bonus opportunities.
• Paid Training & Trade Certification: Learn the equipment and gain NFPA 96 Fire Safety certification on our dime.
• Provided Company Gear: We supply all tools, uniform tops and safety gear.
• Real Career Growth: Show up on time, do clean work, and move from Technician to Lead Tech / Foreman quickly.

What You’ll Be Doing Every Night:

• Setting up pressure washers, hoses, and protective plastic in restaurant kitchens.
• Power washing hoods, ductwork, and rooftop exhaust fans down to bare metal.
• Taking quality before-and-after photos to verify work compliance.
• Meticulously cleaning up the kitchen so it’s spotless before the restaurant opens.

Basic Requirements:

• Valid Driver’s License: Clean driving record and reliable rides to our shop in Sheridan.
• Physical Capability: Able to climb ladders to get on roofs, lift 50 lbs, and stand for long shifts.
• Night Shift Comfort: Comfortable working late-night/overnight schedules.

Kitchen Guard is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal or state law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.